World News Civilian casualties up 23 per cent in Afghan war: UN The increase reverses a decline in 2012 and raises questions about how Afghan government troops can protect civilians as US-led NATO troops withdraw from the 12-year war against the Taliban. Devika Chhibber 31 Jul 2013 15:52 IST Updated On 31 Jul 2013 15:53 IST Follow Us New Update NULL Read More Subscribe to our Newsletter! Be the first to get exclusive offers and the latest news Subscribe Now Read the Next Article